Exercise: Adding dependent clauses to improve sentences

Expand each of the following sentences by adding at least one dependent clause to it. Be prepared to explain how your addition improves the sentence. Write your new sentences and explanations in the text boxes below.

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  1. Question

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    The economy gradually began to recover.
  2. Question

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    Simone waited nervously by the phone.
  3. Question

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    New school safety rules were instituted this fall.
  4. Question

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    Rob always borrowed money from friends.
  5. Question

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    The crowd grew louder and more disorderly.